2005 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 180 L |